Glasgow Is Bracing For Storm Amy With Four Days Of Yellow Weather Warnings And Wind Gusts Of Up To 90mph – The Exact Times & Everything You Need To Know

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Glasgow is kicking October off with a rainy streak, reminding us that autumn is officially here, with the first storm of the season – Storm Amy. And if that wasn’t enough, the Met Office has now issued four days of Yellow Weather Warnings. And to help you prepare for the days ahead, we have put everything you need to know into one place.

The exact times of the Yellow Weather Warnings in Glasgow during Storm Amy

Starting on October 1 from 5pm, a Yellow Weather Warning for rain has been issued for the remainder of the day.

Thursday, October 2, will see another Yellow Weather Warning for rain between 5pm and 11:59pm, while Friday, October 3, is ramping things up with two Yellow Weather Warnings for rain and wind. The rain warning is between 12pm and 3pm, and the wind warning is between 3pm on Friday, October 3 and 11:59pm on Saturday, October 4.

An Amber Weather Warning has also been issued for the North West of Scotland between Friday, October 3 at 5pm and Saturday, October 4 at 9am.

How to stay safe during the Yellow Weather Warning for rain

As heavy rain can lead to “transport disruption and flooding”, locals are advised to check if their property is at risk of flooding here, check for further flood advice here and practice safe driving.

How to stay safe during the Yellow Weather Warning for wind

Commenting on the best course of action during Storm Amy, the Met Office said: “Prepare to protect your property and people from injury. Check for loose items outside your home and plan how you could secure them. Items include; bins, garden furniture, trampolines, tents, sheds, and fences.

Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving, or bus and train timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary.

People cope better with power cuts when they have prepared for them in advance. It’s easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items.

If you are on the coast, stay safe during stormy weather by being aware of large waves. Even from the shore large breaking waves can sweep you off your feet and out to sea. Take care if walking near cliffs; know your route and keep dogs on a lead. In an emergency, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

Be prepared for weather warnings to change quickly. When a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area.”

Storm Amy

Speaking of Storm Amy, the Met Office commented: “Storm Amy is expected to bring a spell of strong winds to many parts of northern and western Britain later on Friday and overnight into Saturday. South to southwesterly winds will increase during Friday, initially in the west before extending eastwards during Friday night. Gusts of 50-60 mph are likely in many areas, and may reach 60-70 mph in more exposed parts.

The strongest winds are most likely across portions of northern and western Scotland, where gusts in excess of 90 mph are possible – this is covered by a separate Amber warning for the Friday night period.

The very strong winds will also be accompanied by spells of heavy rain, with difficult driving conditions likely, especially for high-sided vehicles on prone routes, such as crosswinds on exposed or high-level routes. Winds will ease for most parts through Saturday afternoon, but will continue to be very strong for the Northern Isles and parts of the far north of Scotland through to the end of Saturday, before slowly easing overnight.”

All the regions affected by Storm Amy in the UK

Regions and local authorities affected: